Some people objected: "He's already trying to take it home before even offering a price. Aren't you afraid he'll offer a low price? I'll offer five hundred taels; I want this tiger."

When facing others, Chen Yuancheng no longer showed the same amiable demeanor he had towards the Xiao family: "As far as I know, no one in Donglin City has caught a tiger in over ten years. Is this young master offering five hundred taels of silver because he thinks Uncle Xiao doesn't know the going rate?"

The man shouted, "This tiger has a wound on its abdomen, so five hundred taels is already a high price."

Doctor Song, who had been standing at the entrance of the clinic watching the commotion, said, "Although the fur is damaged, tigers are valuable in many ways, not just in their fur. Tiger meat, tiger gall, tiger tendons, tiger bones, and tiger penis can all be used in medicine and are quite valuable."

Chen Yuancheng said to Doctor Song, "I will have someone bring the prepared tiger over in a little while. I would appreciate it if you could help me prepare it. Tiger meat doesn't keep well, so please sell it to those who need it as soon as possible."

Doctor Song agreed, went back and wrote a notice, which he posted at the entrance of the pharmacy, indicating which ailments tiger meat was suitable for, and that those who needed it should come and buy it as soon as possible.

Xiao Yunying tugged at Ling Qi: "Does your young master know Doctor Song?"

As far as she knew, doctors in general practice were not allowed to take on private jobs unless they had the permission of the manager or employer.

Ling Qi said, "Bai Cao Tang is the Chen family's medical clinic."

Xiao Yunying responded with an "oh," realizing that her perspective was too narrow.

The person who wanted the big worm was still not giving up: "You say I'm offering too little, how much can you offer?"

"I don't need to trouble you with how much I'll contribute, young master."

Xiao Yunying said to her father, "Father, let's go with Young Master Chen."

Xiao Yunbai whispered, "Little sister, he hasn't named a price yet."

"Don't worry, Second Brother, Young Master Chen's offer is definitely fair, and it will be no less than five hundred taels."

"How did you know...?"

Xiao Shanhai turned the ox around and pulled his second son behind him, saying, "Go lead the ox with your older brother, don't bother your little sister."

Xiao Yunying and Chen Yuancheng walked side by side at the front, leading the way. Chen Yuancheng said, "Why doesn't Miss Xiao ask me how much you're asking for?"

"No need to ask, you'll definitely give me a reasonable price."

"You trust me that much?"

"Yes, I believe you won't lie to me. Besides, the bottom price is already set. If you offer any lower, it won't be more than five hundred taels. I'm already very satisfied. For the same price of five hundred taels, I'd rather sell it to you than to someone else."

Chen Yuancheng chuckled softly. Miss Xiao was as straightforward and forthright as ever, speaking without any beating around the bush.

Xiao Yunying didn't understand what he found funny: "What are you laughing at?"

Instead of answering, Chen Yuancheng asked, "Why would you prefer to sell to me?"

Xiao Yunying didn't think much of it: "We're friends, you're a good person and good-looking, I'd be happy to sell it to you."

She admits that she is superficial and looks-obsessed.

However, Chen Yuancheng is a good person; otherwise, no matter how handsome he is, she wouldn't have paid him any attention.

"Since we're on good terms, can you give me a discount, Dachong?"

Xiao Yunying seriously considered whether he was serious or not. Seeing that he didn't seem to be joking, she finally decided to say, "How about four hundred and fifty taels? If it's any less, my mother will scold me when I get back."

Chen Yuancheng's smile widened: "Just kidding, don't worry, not a penny less."

"So how much silver are you planning to give me?"

"You'll find out when you get to the Chen residence."

"Tch, still keeping us in suspense."

The two were chatting and laughing ahead, while Ling Qi stared at the ground with a look of utter disbelief.

Good heavens, what did he see? His young master actually laughed and was joking with others!

Is he still half asleep and dreaming?

Ling Qi pinched her thigh—it hurt! It wasn't a dream.

Xiao Yunbo leaned close to his father: "Father, do you think this Young Master Chen is interested in my little sister...?"

"Go to the back and lead the ox with your older brother."

"Why."

Xiao Yunbo slunk back to Xiao Yunsong's side. Xiao Yunsong asked, "Did you get scolded by Dad?"

Xiao Yunbo said, "Why does Father always make me lead the ox with you? One person is enough to lead the ox, isn't that right?"

"Did Dad tell you to lead the ox? Dad told you to keep quiet."

"Brother, do you think this young master Chen, dressed so plainly, has that much silver?"

Xiao Yunsong, holding the bull's nose ring to control the direction, said, "Have you forgotten what the Master said when we were studying? You can't judge a book by its cover. You can't be so superficial. Although Young Master Chen's clothes are not as luxurious as the man's, he has an extraordinary demeanor. You can tell at a glance that he is not a young master from an ordinary family."

"Don't bring up our school days. You weren't much better than me. I was last in class and you were second to last. And you even used the words of Confucius to teach me."

Xiao Yunsong: "...Go to the back and help him up."

"If there's no one behind us, who should we help?"

"Hold on to your little sister's medicine!"

"Just help me up, why are you shouting so loudly? It's not like I can't hear you."

Xiao Yunsong said he didn't want to talk to his mentally challenged younger brother anymore.